Run for Refugees 5k
- Date Sat 22nd August 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Durham, North Carolina
- Price $33.35
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Run for Refugees 5K on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at Miracle Park in Durham, NC! This vibrant event, kicking off at 9:00 AM, celebrates the spirit of community and diversity as we support World Relief Durham's mission to assist refugees and immigrants. With a beautiful 5K course, participants of all ages are encouraged to join the fun, whether you're a seasoned runner or a family looking for a healthy activity.
Children aged 5 and under can participate for free alongside an adult, while registration for older kids and adults includes a stylish t-shirt and professional timing. Early Bird pricing is available from March 1 through June 15, so be sure to secure your spot and show your support for newcomers in our community. This year, we’re also excited to partner with local businesses and vendors to enhance the event experience, making it a true celebration of Durham’s rich cultural tapestry. Don’t miss this opportunity to run, connect, and make a difference!
Children aged 5 and under can participate for free alongside an adult, while registration for older kids and adults includes a stylish t-shirt and professional timing. Early Bird pricing is available from March 1 through June 15, so be sure to secure your spot and show your support for newcomers in our community. This year, we’re also excited to partner with local businesses and vendors to enhance the event experience, making it a true celebration of Durham’s rich cultural tapestry. Don’t miss this opportunity to run, connect, and make a difference!
Organiser's Description
World Relief Durham serves refugees and other immigrants who have settled in the U.S. through a variety of programs. Durham has long supported newcomers and their families through annual events like Durham Refugee Day, held every June.
Join us for WRD's 3rd Run for Refugees 5K on August 22, 2026! We hope to welcome WRD supporters and new friends into a community of like-minded people and celebrate the rich diversity of backgrounds in our area.
This year we are excited to announce that we are partnering with small businesses and vendors at the 5k to bring some additional life to the overall event. More details will come out closer to the date of the race.
RACE INFORMATION
Date: August 22, 2026
Start time: 9:00A.M.
Location: Miracle Park: 473 Morehead Ave, Durham, NC 27701
PARKING: South Parking Deck American Tobacco Campus
REGISTRATION
Children age 5 and under can participate with an adult for free (no t-shirt or timing included) - no registration required
$20 - Children Registration (under 18), T-shirt & professional timing included
$30 - Adult Registration, T-shirt & professional timing included
*Register by July 31 to receive a shirt.
Early Bird Pricing: March 1 to June 15
Regular Pricing: June 16 to August 15
Week of Pricing: August 16 August 22
Join us for WRD's 3rd Run for Refugees 5K on August 22, 2026! We hope to welcome WRD supporters and new friends into a community of like-minded people and celebrate the rich diversity of backgrounds in our area.
This year we are excited to announce that we are partnering with small businesses and vendors at the 5k to bring some additional life to the overall event. More details will come out closer to the date of the race.
RACE INFORMATION
Date: August 22, 2026
Start time: 9:00A.M.
Location: Miracle Park: 473 Morehead Ave, Durham, NC 27701
PARKING: South Parking Deck American Tobacco Campus
REGISTRATION
Children age 5 and under can participate with an adult for free (no t-shirt or timing included) - no registration required
$20 - Children Registration (under 18), T-shirt & professional timing included
$30 - Adult Registration, T-shirt & professional timing included
*Register by July 31 to receive a shirt.
Early Bird Pricing: March 1 to June 15
Regular Pricing: June 16 to August 15
Week of Pricing: August 16 August 22
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.35 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 22nd August 2026 (9:00AM EDT)
$33.35
OPENS 01 MAR
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